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What’s New In the MOX6/X8

Front Panel/Keyboard/General
• Newly developed synth action for the MOX6
• GHS 88-key weighted action for the MOX8
• New Assignable Function buttons: [AF1]/[AF2] – These work with the XA Control function (Expanded Articulation) for Element control and are assignable to other functions via the Control Set page, as well.
• Dedicated TRANSPOSE buttons
• Two sets of 4 Knobs x 3 rows of functions [Knob Function 1]/[Knob Function 2]: Parameters for real time control of the current VOICE or selected Part (when in Performance or Mixing modes) Special functions when using REMOTE mode

• Combine INSERTION A and B into “Large” unit for Vocoder Insertion
_ Vocoder – 10 band filter, formant control

• Effect Presets for each of the 53 main categories (over 320 effect types in all)
• Damper Resonance Insertion Effect algorithm (soundboard simulation) – works in conjunction with the sustain pedal.

Sequencer Block
• New FLASH ROM backup (for Songs, Patterns, Mix Voices which remain in memory between power cycles)
• Upon completion of recording or editing of a SONG or PATTERN you must [STORE]. The [STORE] operation will write to Flash ROM both the data that is recorded to the sequencer and the Mix parameters. If you attempt to leave without storing you will receive a warning – at which time you must go back and execute the STORE function. If you do not, everything you’ve done since you last stored will be discarded. It works exactly like when you EDIT a VOICE... unless you STORE your edit to a VOICE location, your edit will be discarded when you move to another program. STORING the data writes it to the units built-in FLASH ROM. So just as a VOICE that you have stored to a USER location, a SONG or PATTERN that you have stored will remain in memory between power down and power up.
_ Note: Store and Save are separate operations. 'Store' writes the data to internal memory (Flash ROM), while 'Save' writes the data to an external storage device (for long term archiving of data).

• Direct Performance Record function: Record directly from Performance Mode to either a SONG (999 measures) or to a PATTERN Section (256 measures). Each of the four PARTS of a Performance are routed to their own track and is recorded allowing you to "jump start" your musical composition creation.
• Start Performance Record by pressing a note: Key press start function (for both Record and Play operation)
• Song mode track Loop set individually per track (loop from measure 001)
• PLAY FX (Groove Grid) function. Apply Note Shift, Clock (Timing) Shift, Gate time offset and Velocity offset.
• Song mode: 6 SCENE capture [SF1]-[SF6]

• Sequencer Setup (6 Quick Setups). These six templates greatly ease the task of working with the Sequencer modes and external DAWs - one button press setup:
_ DAW Record
_ ARP Record
_ DIRECT ARP Record
_ Stand Alone
_ VST Record
_ VST Play

Tone Generator Block
• New 8 Element VOICE architecture
• XA (Expanded Articulation) Control – legato, key off, sound variation, element switching
• New parameter: "Element Group". Elements in the same group can be switched between dynamically.
• 8 Preset Voice Banks of 128 (1024)
• 3 User Voice Banks of 128 (384). All 384 User Voices are found in the Preset banks so you can write to any USER location without overwriting a unique Voice.
• New 8Z (8-Zone Drum Kit w/arp Voices) real time editable in Sequencer mode
• New MegaVoice Guitar and Bass Voices linked with special MegaVoice Arpeggios
• “Parameter with Voice” – determine whether or not parameter settings of the selected Voice are automatically copied to the PART (Performance or Mixing mode): Arp settings, Filter Cutoff/Resonance, AEG, FEG, PB range, Note Shift, Portamento parameters, MONO/POLY mode.
• 2 User Performance Banks of 128 (256). All 256 Performance are USER, so you are free to customize any or all of them.
• Performance COPY function can target PARTS 1-4, 5-8, 9-12 or 13-16

LFO Block
• New parameters/Destinations
_ Common LFO can be routed to any Insert Effect parameter (INS A, INS B, INS L)
_ Common LFO USER variable number of Steps
_ Common LFO PLAY MODE: Loop, One Shot

Master Block
• Master mode 4 Zones
• Master mode real time Parameter “SEND” option. When activated values in the MASTER program are sent out via MIDI in real time.

Computer integration: Studio Connection
• New MOX6/X8 Editor can auto synchronize – meaning your communication between hardware and software has improved.
• Both Studio Manager and VST versions of the MO-X Editors are available
• Bi-directional and simultaneous editing - instead of having to shuttle changes back and forth between VOICE and MULTI editor the EDITORS are combined. When the EDITOR is "ONLINE" changes made in the hardware are immediately reflected in the software and vice versa... changes in the software are immediately updated in the hardware.
• New Import feature with quick SEARCH function (type in any portion of the name and all matching items are shown).
• Communication with and management of MIXING VOICES from within the EDITOR
• Cubase AI - a specially created introductory version of Steinberg’s Cubase line, that includes Studio Connections Recall the initiative launched by Yamaha and Steinberg to advance integration of hardware and software in Music Production. RECALL is the portion that makes your MOX MIXING setup and all the current Voices in your XS - a part of your Cubase Project. This means that you have access to all 1024 Presets, 256 User, 64 Drum Kits, 32 User Drum Kits, and the current MIX VOICES. All USER data is stored when you SAVE your Cubase Project file (.CPR). You will be asked when you boot up, if you would like to restore data to your hardware. This is highly customizable per session.
• 6 QUICK SEQUENCER SETUPS - make working with the hardware/software combination a breeze. All critical settings are made by selecting the appropriate TEMPLATE... sets up both MIDI and AUDIO routing and automatically selects the appropriate MONITORING situation.

-- Music Production for the Masses --
The most significant feature/benefit of the new MO X-series is that there has never been this level of high quality music production at this price point. With the inclusion of Cubase AI and the fact that the new MO-X series features a USB AUDIO interface means that out of the box customers will have the ability to start multi-track music projects. The A/D inputs allow external inputs to be routed to the computer on it's own discreet audio bus.

The audio recording options counterbalance objections about polyphony because MIDI tracks can be archived while rendered as audio into the DAW.
The number of simultaneous Insertion Effects is counterbalanced by being able to reassign Effects to any channel as it is routed out as audio to the DAW.

While tracking audio to the DAW, the powerful Yamaha VCM Effects can be applied. Virtual Circuit Modeling effects recreate classic Phasers, Flangers, Wah-wahs, Equalizers and Compressors, down to the resistor and capacitor. These can be applied not only to internal synth Parts but to A/D Input Part taking vocal, guitar, bass and other potential inputs to the next level. Add to this both Yamaha's renowned REV-X, R3 and SPX Reverbs.

Even if you have never before considered producing your own music, the new MO-X series makes this a very appealing proposition! Simply add a microphone or mixer and some talent... The Stereo A/D input can be used to receive audio from any analog mixer - turning your MO-X into the center of your home recording studio. Record your bandmates to your DAW through the MO-X audio interface.

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